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Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,582 cc

LB09 LFXMOT history

LB09 LFX is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 16 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 140,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2025
Mileage
140,534 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LFX was last recorded at 140,534 miles on 31 Jul 2024, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,427 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
9,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,534 miles
  • 2023 – 130,464 miles
  • 2022 – 119,778 miles
  • 2021 – 107,956 miles
  • 2020 – 93,425 miles
  • 2019 – 89,839 miles
  • 2018 – 84,213 miles
  • 2017 – 76,213 miles
  • 2016 – 67,364 miles
  • 2015 – 56,950 miles
  • 2014 – 53,788 miles
  • 2013 – 43,045 miles
  • 2012 – 30,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,534 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,534 miles (+107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    113781754326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  2. Fail140,427 miles (+9,963)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,427 miles
    Test number
    249613916106
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  3. Pass130,464 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    130,464 miles
    Test number
    718872772131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail130,461 miles (+10,683)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,461 miles
    Test number
    652210065427
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHand brake excessive travel

  5. Pass119,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    119,778 miles
    Test number
    453196590617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,778 miles (+11,822)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,778 miles
    Test number
    920634501321
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,956 miles (+14,531)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,956 miles
    Test number
    728348894885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,425 miles (+3,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,425 miles
    Test number
    134637416627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,839 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    670109665574
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail89,839 miles (+5,626)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    494150266812
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,213 miles (+8,000)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,213 miles
    Test number
    176881994621
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering track arm has slight play.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    736522119327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner driveshaft boot has a slight seepage of grease

  13. Fail76,213 miles (+8,849)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    600551148444
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner driveshaft boot has a slight seepage of grease

  14. Pass67,364 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,364 miles
    Test number
    498857263275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,308 miles (+10,358)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,308 miles
    Test number
    178942202744
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner cv boot deteriorated

  16. Pass56,950 miles (+3,162)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    667792615018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,788 miles (+10,743)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,788 miles
    Test number
    376081694158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f lower arm bushes just starting to split from metal cases

  18. Pass43,045 miles (+12,533)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    496236583141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,512 miles
    Test number
    958375582185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB09 LFX

Does LB09 LFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 LFX expired on 10 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LFX?
The MOT on LB09 LFX expired on 10 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 LFX done?
LB09 LFX was recorded at 140,534 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2024, an average of 9,110 miles a year.
Has LB09 LFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LFX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 LFX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB09 LFX find?
LB09 LFX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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